rightness

[ rahyt-nis ]

noun

1. correctness or accuracy.
2. propriety or fitness.
3. moral integrity.
4. Obsolete. straightness or directness.

ˈrightness

/ ˈraɪtnɪs /

noun

1. the state or quality of being right

Word History and Origins

Origin of rightness¹

before 950; Middle English; Old English rihtnes. See right, -ness

Example Sentences

By giving Haddix, who is convinced of the rightness of her feelings and the righteousness of her cause, space to talk, Goode does at least allow her some dimension.

From Los Angeles Times

“Claims about that shouldn’t be dismissed on technical grounds like abstention or rightness. I think the appellate court is going to have a lot to say about it.”

From Seattle Times

For its farewell, Olafsson played it more fluidly, but also with more confidence in the rightness of its hermitage.

From New York Times

"Anyone who believes in the rightness and fairness of his positions is never afraid of confrontation," he said.

From BBC

“There’s a number of us who feel strong and certain about the rightness of this cause, others are more persuadable,” Moran said.

From Seattle Times

Related Words

• goodness
• probity
• rectitude
• righteousness